Japan Earthquake and Tsunami 2011 (IMAGE) University of Texas at Austin Caption The aftermath of a 2011 earthquake and tsunami in Japan. Scientists led by The University of Texas at Austin have devised a new way of imaging subduction zones that could give vital information about the next such megaquake. Credit Direct Relief/Flickr https://www.flickr.com/photos/directrelief/6801296678/ Usage Restrictions Credit must be given to the creator. Only noncommercial uses of the work are permitted. No derivatives or adaptations of the work are permitted. License CC BY-NC-ND Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.